Asset Inspection Officer

Asset Inspection Officer

• Salary Range Band 5 $76,848 - $88,969 plus 11% super 
• Full time, Permanent Opportunity 
• Based at the South Melbourne Operations Centre with flexible working arrangements possible 

About City of Port Phillip 

We are a vibrant and diverse inner-city council stretching 20kms from South to Port Melbourne along the stunning bay beaches down to Elwood and out to St Kilda East with around 1000 people who all work together to deliver more than 100 programs and services to our engaged community of residents, businesses and visitors. What does that mean? Think, childcare, libraries, parks, recreation, waste rubbish collection, road maintenance, family and youth services, property & assets, city planning & development, customer experience, digital technology, governance, people, culture and safety, and of course South Melbourne Market!  City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

What’s the role all about 

Council is a customer focussed organisation that prioritises delivering valued services to our community. With a strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of our residents and visitors we strive to provide accessible, efficient, and high-quality services that enhance the quality of life for all members of our community.

Council assets provide valued services to our community. The role of the Asset Inspection Officer is to ensure the safety, reliability and longevity of Council assets whilst maximising their value and compliance with regulations and agreed technical and community service agreements.

What you might do 

• Conduct planned and reactive asset and service inspections of Council’s assets within road reserves, parks and foreshore areas. Required to record inspections, identify potential risk /defects, monitor service non-compliance, determine corrective actions, and issue work orders in Council’s Asset Management and Works System
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, such as asset condition, contractor performance, customer response times and communicate results and recommendations to relevant stakeholders such as asset owners, managers, or regulators.
• Bring your passion and pride to assist our team to elevate the quality of the services that make a positive difference in the daily lives of our community. Contribute to a positive and supportive team where everyone is empowered to contribute their best to the collective goal of service the community with excellence and dedication. 

Who we are looking for 

• Understanding of Asset Inspection and maintenance practices in a local government context and ability to carry out detailed field inspections as required. 
• Understanding of field data capture, associated technology, and data management processes with a mindset of continuous improvement. Experience with the TechnologyOne, One Council system would be an advantage.  
• Qualifications in civil engineering, asset management, asset maintenance or related discipline or Relevant practical experience with civil infrastructure defect and condition inspections preferably in a local government context.
• Victorian Driver Licence and VicRoads Licence verification (essential) and Victorian Motor Cycle Licence (desirable)

Our work environment  

We love what we do and are all proud to work at the City of Port Phillip. Yes, we are local council, and we are one with vibrancy, passion and ambition who are a welcoming, health conscious, diverse and inclusive. Our Main location at the iconic St Kilda Town Hall offers a heritage and modern open plan hub to work from where people can collaborate and develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community.  

Proudly as one we all take accountability to put our community first. Together we work, creatively and strategically we think and with courage comes growth and with integrity we perform. 

What’s in it for you 

• We offer a hybrid working model with our core setup being 50-60% in the office depending on team requirements and welcome further conversation to meet your working style and needs 
• Be supported and empowered to be your best by a passionate leadership team that encourages collaboration and innovation
• Our work hubs are located close to our very own Child Care centres making accessing childcare a breeze!  
• Career development opportunities within your team and/or across council plus a great study assistance allowance of up to $4000 per year per person and 6 hours per week study leave (on approved courses only) 
• Flexible working conditions, an active social club, supportive health and wellbeing program, and a well- regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Our very own Pride Network, that helps create an environment where each and every person can feel safe, welcomed, seen, and supported to bring their whole selves to work   
• 20 weeks paid parental leave and our pioneering 24 weeks paid leave for single parents 
• Access to novated leasing and salary sacrificed technology
• Plus, access to discounted public transport through our Commuters Club 

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations      

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
• Sufficient proof of their identity. 
• Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination or valid medical exemption in line with City of Port Phillip Vaccination Policy 
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
• Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation).  

So, what’s next?  

Hit that APPLY button now! 

Whether you think you meet all the requirements or not, we strongly encourage you to apply, as we take a holistic approach to considering your skills, life experience, and alignment to our key selection criteria. You’ve got this! 

Please submit; 

• Resume – latest and detailed version  
• Cover letter no longer than 2 pages that captures your response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found on the Positions Description (PD).  

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered. 

For further information please contact Mohamed El-Saafin, Coordinator Infrastructure Maintenance, via phone 0434 073 *** or via email ***************@portphillip.vic.gov.au.  

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 17th March 2024 

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability. 

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Shane Turner (Recruitment Advisor) on phone 0421 757 *** or email: ***********@portphillip.vic.gov.au